WO2022018738A1 - Système de verrouillage d'accélérateur pour un véhicule - Google Patents

Système de verrouillage d'accélérateur pour un véhicule Download PDF

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WO2022018738A1
WO2022018738A1 PCT/IN2020/050873 IN2020050873W WO2022018738A1 WO 2022018738 A1 WO2022018738 A1 WO 2022018738A1 IN 2020050873 W IN2020050873 W IN 2020050873W WO 2022018738 A1 WO2022018738 A1 WO 2022018738A1
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Raghavendra Prasad
K Anirudh Murthy
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  • the present subject matter generally relates to a vehicle.
  • the present subject matter specifically but not exclusively relates to a throttle interlock system in a saddle type vehicle.
  • the grip on the handlebar can be rotated to control a throttle system of the motorcycle to control the air intake flow and thereby power and the torque output of the engine.
  • the throttle valves are linked to the accelerator hand grip by a throttle cable located on a handle bar of a two or three wheeled vehicle.
  • an electronic throttle control system determines a target throttle valve position based on the accelerator position and various engine operating parameters and based on the control unit decision the position of the throttle valve is regulated electronically.
  • FIG. 1 illustrates a left side view of an exemplary two-wheeled vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
  • FIG. 2 illustrates an embodiment of the present subject matter depicting the throttle interlock system in an electric vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
  • FIG. 3 illustrates an embodiment of the present subject matter depicting a throttle interlock system in a combustion engine, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
  • Fig. 4 illustrates a flow chart for the method to actuate the throttle interlock system in a vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
  • the electronic throttle control system controls the opening and closing of the throttle valve electronically.
  • the rider’s throttle position and input is determined by an ECU (Engine control unit) through a throttle opening sensor and based on the input received by the ECU from the throttle opening sensor, the ECU makes a decision related to the throttle opening required for a throttle valve.
  • An output signal from the ECU is sent to a DC motor to control the opening of the throttle valve.
  • the DC motor is coupled to the throttle valve by a gear mechanism. Therefore, on the basis of the movement of the DC motor, the throttle valve opens and closes accordingly.
  • the electronic control of the throttle system improves the response time and drivability over the mechanical throttle system.
  • the throttle valves are controlled electronically through a DC (Direct current) motor and any rider input in the throttle grip will enable the DC motor to actuate the throttle valve.
  • the electric power drive such as electric motor has no audible warning when throttle input is provided especially for an electronic throttle valve.
  • the motor driven electric vehicles have relatively higher acceleration (instantaneous pick up torque) which can lead to unsafe operating condition such as user turning the throttle when not seated on the vehicle. In such a situation, the unintended vehicle movement can lead to an accident.
  • the present subject matter provides a throttle interlock system in a saddle type vehicle to overcome the problems as stated above.
  • the present subject matter provides a throttle interlock system which prevents sudden increase in the speed of the vehicle due to accidental actuation of the throttle control on a handlebar of the vehicle without the intention of the user.
  • the throttle interlock system provides one or more detecting means to detect the position of the user to enable a vehicle controller to determine the intention and the readiness of the user to drive the vehicle.
  • a vehicle controller controls the throttle output to limit the speed of the vehicle thereby eliminating the chances of accidental increase in the throttle output which may lead to fatal conditions.
  • Detecting means can be a occupant seated condition sensing means provided under the seat of the vehicle, which senses a seating condition of the user. If the user is not in a seating condition (NULL condition) then the vehicle controller limits the vehicle speed up to a predetermined speed which enables the vehicle controller to keep a check on the speed of the vehicle. By reducing the speed of the vehicle based on the seating condition of the user, the probability of sudden increase of the throttle is avoided which helps in preventing any accident or damage to the vehicle.
  • the occupant seated condition sensing means send a signal to the vehicle controller to indicate that the user is ready to drive the vehicle.
  • other detecting means can be cameras mounted on the handlebar to determine the user’s position and determining the readiness of the user to drive the vehicle.
  • Another detecting means can be a smart phone wirelessly connected to the vehicle controller to indicate the vehicle controller about the readiness of the user to drive the vehicle.
  • the smart phone is provided with a button which can indicate the vehicle controller that the user is ready to drive the vehicle.
  • bypass switch which can bypass the operation of occupant seated condition sensing means detecting the seating condition of the user on the seat of the vehicle.
  • the bypass sensor enables the user to operate the vehicle normally without controlling the throttle output which leads to controlling of the vehicle speed up to predetermined speed.
  • the bypass switch can be enables or disabled by the user manually.
  • Bypass switch can be provided in an application of a smart phone connected wirelessly to the vehicle controller.
  • Yet another embodiment of the present subject matter is to provide a tow mode and a default drive mode.
  • the tow mode gets enabled when the bypass switch is disabled and the occupant seated condition sensing means senses the seating condition to be NULL or the when the rider is not seated on the seat of the vehicle.
  • the tow mode restricts the vehicle speed up to a predetermined speed, which is achieved by controlling the throttle opening in a combustion engine vehicle and controlling the traction motor speed in an electric vehicle.
  • the tow mode ensures that the vehicle do not cross a certain speed limit to prevent any accident or damage to the vehicle.
  • the default drive mode gets enabled when the bypass switch is disabled or when the rider is seated on the seat, i.e. the seating condition is not NULL.
  • the default drive mode allows the user to operate the vehicle at a speed proportional to the throttle input and does not sets any speed limit.
  • the tow mode and default drive mode is applicable for both reverse and forward speed of the vehicle.
  • Still another embodiment of the present subject matter provides a method to actuate throttle interlock system in a vehicle.
  • the method to actuate the interlock system in the vehicle provides the systematic process of enabling the tow mode and the default mode in the vehicle depending on the input received from bypass switch condition and the occupant seated condition sensing means by the vehicle controller.
  • Fig. 1 illustrates a left side view of an exemplary two-wheeled vehicle (100), in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter.
  • the vehicle (100) illustrated has a schematically shown frame assembly (105) (shown in dotted line).
  • the frame assembly (105) is step- through type includes a head tube (105 A), and a main frame (105B) that extend rearwardly downward from an anterior portion of the head tube (105A).
  • the main frame (105B) extends inclinedly rearward to a rear portion of the vehicle (100).
  • the vehicle (100) includes one or more prime movers that are connected to the frame assembly (105).
  • one of the prime movers is an internal combustion (IC) engine (115) mounted to the frame assembly (105).
  • the IC engine (115) is mounted to a structural member (135) that is pivoted to the frame assembly (105).
  • the structural member (135) is a rigid member made of metal.
  • the vehicle (100) also includes another prime mover, which is an electric motor (120).
  • the electric motor (120) is hub mounted to one wheel of the vehicle (100). In another embodiment, more than one electric motor is mounted to wheels of the vehicle.
  • the vehicle (100) includes at least two-wheels and the electric motor (120) is hub mounted to the rear wheel (125) of the vehicle.
  • a front wheel (110) is rotatably supported by the frame assembly (105) and is connected to a handle bar assembly (130) that enables manoeuvring of the vehicle (100).
  • the vehicle (100) includes a high capacity on-board battery (not shown) that drives the electric motor (120).
  • the high capacity battery may include one or more high capacity battery packs or one or more low capacity cells.
  • the high capacity battery can be disposed at a front portion, a rear portion, or at the centre of the vehicle (100).
  • the high capacity battery is supported by the frame assembly (105) and the vehicle (100) includes plurality of body panels, mounted to the frame assembly (105) for covering various components of the vehicle (100).
  • the plurality of panels includes a front panel (140A), a leg shield (140B), an under-seat cover (140C), and a left and a right side panel (140D).
  • a glove box may be mounted to a leg shield (140B).
  • a floorboard (145) is provided at the step-through portion defined by the main frame (105B).
  • a seat assembly (150) is disposed rearward to the step- through portion and is mounted to the main frame (105B).
  • the seat assembly (150) that is elongated in a longitudinal direction F-R of the vehicle (100) enables the user to operate the vehicle in a saddle ride-type posture.
  • One or more suspension(s) connect the wheels (110), (125) to the vehicle (100) and provide comfortable ride.
  • the vehicle (100) comprises of plurality of electrical and electronic components including a headlight (155 A) movably supported on a head tube (105A), a taillight (155B), a starter motor (not shown), a horn etc.
  • the vehicle (100) includes a master control unit (not shown) that takes control of the overall operation of the vehicle (100) including the function of the IC engine (115), the electric motor (120), charging of the batteries from a magneto/integrated starter generator (ISG), driving of loads by the magneto/ISG, charging of the high capacity batteries by the electric motor operating in generator mode, and any other operations associated with the operation of the vehicle (100) .
  • the vehicle (100) can be a two-wheeled saddle type or a three wheeled vehicle.
  • Fig. 2 illustrates an embodiment of the present subject matter depicting the throttle interlock system (200) comprising a vehicle controller (210) (such as an ECU) connected to a traction motor (208) of an electric vehicle through a motor controller unit (207).
  • vehicle controller (210) is connected to a vehicle key (203), which provides access to the vehicle (100) and allows the user to start the vehicle (100).
  • vehicle controller (210) is electrically connected to atleast a detecting means such as occupant seated condition sensing means (204) for an embodiment.
  • the occupant seated condition sensing means (204) senses the presence or the absence of the user and sends the signal to the vehicle controller (210).
  • Input from the occupant seated condition sensing means (204) enables the vehicle controller (210) to determine a seating condition or seated presence of the user.
  • the detecting means can be one or more camera mounted on the vehicle (100) to detect the position of the user with respect to the vehicle (100).
  • the vehicle key (203) can be a wireless key or a mechanical key.
  • the vehicle controller (210) is powered by a power source such as a battery (205) (power flow from the battery to the vehicle controller (210) is represented by a dotted line).
  • the power from the battery (205) also drives the traction motor (208) through motor controller unit (207) to drive the wheels (110) of the vehicle (100).
  • the traction motor (208) is controlled by a motor controller unit (207) which also has an inverter circuit to convert the DC power from the battery (205) into an AC power to run the traction motor (208).
  • the motor control unit (207) along with the traction motor (208) forms an actuating means (500). and the vehicle controller (210) actuates the motor controller unit (207) depending on the input received from the occupant seated condition sensing means (204).
  • the user uses a throttle control provided on a handlebar of the vehicle (100) and an electric throttle control has a throttle position sensor (209) which senses the degree of rotation and the vehicle controller (210) receives the signal from the throttle position sensor (209) after which the vehicle controller (210) controls the traction motor (208) through motor controller unit (207). Therefore, the motor controller unit (207) controls the speed of the traction motor (208) based on the throttle input received from the throttle position sensor (209). Depending on the throttle position/ throttle input, the amount of current to the traction motor (208) is controlled by the motor control unit (207).
  • the user switches ON the vehicle using a vehicle key (203), which can be a mechanical key or a wireless key.
  • a vehicle key which can be a mechanical key or a wireless key.
  • the user may operate the throttle control to run the vehicle (100) but sometimes the user may give throttle input accidentally which may lead to sudden jerk or set the vehicle into motion without the intention of the user. This sudden change in the motion of the vehicle (100) may lead to an accident.
  • the throttle interlock system (200) is provided with one or more detecting means to detect the user’s presence and alter the throttle output accordingly.
  • a occupant seated condition sensing means (204) is mounted below the seat (150) of the vehicle (100).
  • the seating condition detected by the occupant seated condition sensing means (204), enables the vehicle controller (210) to control the throttle output and thereby controlling the traction motor (208).
  • the occupant seated condition sensing means (204) can be a proximity sensor based on infrared.
  • vehicle controller (210) If the user is in a seating condition then vehicle controller (210) enables default drive mode which allows the user to provide throttle input as per requirement and the throttle output controlling the traction motor (208) changes according to the throttle input provided by the throttle control. But when the user is not in a seating condition then the vehicle controller (210) controls or alters the throttle output and the traction motor speed is limited up to a predetermined speed.
  • the vehicle (100) enters in a tow mode when the seating condition of the user is NULL or when the user is not occupying the seat (150) in the vehicle (100).
  • tow mode no matter how much throttle input is provided, the throttle output remains restricted and cannot go beyond a predetermined value and hence the traction motor (208) speed does not increase beyond a predetermined safe speed.
  • the predetermined speed can be 5kmph, which can ensure safety to the user.
  • the tow mode can help the user to take the vehicle to a nearby repair shop when the vehicle (100) gets punctured without giving additional manual push.
  • Through tow mode the user can give throttle input and the vehicle can be set in motion but at a low speed and thereby putting less strain on the user during the process of dragging the vehicle (100) on the road with a punctured tyre.
  • the vehicle controller (210) controls the speed of the traction motor (208) both in a forward direction and in a reverse direction.
  • a parking mode switch (202) is enabled the reverse direction speed remains below predetermined speed. This helps the user park the vehicle (100) in a cramped parking space where sudden jerk or increase in the speed may cause damage to the nearby objects.
  • the predetermined safe speed is in a forward direction when the vehicle is operated in a normal mode and in a reverse direction when the vehicle is operated in a parking mode by activating the parking mode switch.
  • the vehicle controller (210) is electrically connected to a bypass switch (201) which bypasses the sensing operation of the detecting the presence of the user in a seated condition occupant seated condition sensing means. As per an embodiment, on switching ON of the bypass switch (201), the vehicle controller (210) stops receiving the input from the occupant seated condition sensing means (204).
  • the bypass switch (201) allows the user to eliminate the limitation or restriction put on the vehicle (100) speed.
  • the bypass switch (201) can be provided on an instrument cluster of the vehicle (100) or a touch button in an application provided in a smart phone which can be wirelessly connected to the instrument cluster of the vehicle (100).
  • the bypass switch (201) can be enabled or disabled by the user manually. If the bypass switch (201) is disabled by the user then the vehicle (100) enters into the default drive mode and the vehicle controller (210) no longer senses the presence of the user’s seating condition.
  • Fig. 3 illustrates an embodiment of the present subject matter depicting the throttle interlock system (200) comprising a vehicle controller (210) with a throttle motor (206) to control the throttle valve (301) opening for controlling the combustion in an engine (302).
  • the vehicle controller (210) receives a throttle input from the throttle position sensor (209).
  • the throttle motor (206) is controlled.
  • the vehicle (100) enters in a tow mode.
  • the vehicle controller (210) limits the throttle motor (206) operation so that the throttle valve (301) opening is limited to a predetermined throttle opening which limits the speed of the vehicle (100) up to a predetermined speed.
  • the controlled throttle valve (301) opening controls the combustion of fuel in the engine (302) and therefore, the power transferred to the drive wheels (110) also reduces.
  • the throttle motor (206) along with throttle valve (301) and engine (302) form an actuating means (500) and the vehicle controller (210) actuates the throttle motor (206) depending on the input received from the occupant seated condition sensing means (204)
  • the vehicle (100) enters into the default drive more.
  • the vehicle controller (210) does not limit the throttle motor (206) function to operate the opening of the throttle valve (301) and the user can open the throttle valve (301) as per the requirement.
  • Fig. 4 illustrates a flow chart for the method to actuate the throttle interlock system (200) in a vehicle (100).
  • the vehicle (100) is switched ON through a vehicle key (203) which can be a mechanical key or a wireless key with an immobilizing device in the vehicle (100).
  • the vehicle controller (210) checks whether the bypass switch (201) is enabled or not. If the bypass switch (201) is disabled then in step 403, the rider’s seating condition is checked otherwise if the bypass switch (201) is enabled then in step 407, the vehicle controller (210) enables the default drive mode which allows the user to provide a throttle input as per the requirement and in step 408, the output speed of the vehicle (100) is proportional to the throttle input.
  • step (404) the vehicle (100) enters in a tow mode where the output speed of the vehicle (100) is not proportional to the throttle input and the vehicle (100) speed is controlled or restricted up to a predetermined safe speed by controlling the throttle valve (301) opening in a vehicle (100) with a internal combustion engine. If the vehicle (100) is electric then the traction motor (208) speed is controlled in step 405 which leads to restriction in the speed of the vehicle (100) and remains below or equal to the predetermined safe speed. In step 406, the speed in both forward and reverse direction is limited up to the predetermined speed.

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La présente invention concerne de manière générale un véhicule de type à selle (100). La présente invention concerne de manière spécifique un système de verrouillage d'accélérateur (200) dans un véhicule de type à selle (100). La présente invention concerne un système de verrouillage d'accélérateur (100) qui empêche une augmentation soudaine de la vitesse du véhicule (100) en raison de l'actionnement accidentel de la commande de l'accélérateur sur un guidon du véhicule (100) sans l'intention de l'utilisateur. Le système de verrouillage d'accélérateur (200) fournit un ou plusieurs moyens de détection pour détecter la position de l'utilisateur pour permettre à un dispositif de commande de véhicule (210) de déterminer l'intention et la disponibilité de l'utilisateur pour conduire le véhicule. En fonction de la position de l'utilisateur, le dispositif de commande de véhicule commande la sortie de l'accélérateur pour limiter la vitesse du véhicule, ce qui permet d'éliminer les chances d'augmentation accidentelle de la sortie de l'accélérateur qui peuvent conduire à des conditions fatales.
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